B-Company

Matthew Marquez ’24

December 18, 2023 by rnelson

Hometown: Detroit, Texas

Major: Geology

Outfit: B-Company

A member of B-Company in the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band, Matthew presently serves the unit as the Career Readiness Officer and as a Squad Leader. Matthew is also a member of the Ross Volunteer Company, and previously served as the 2022-2023 Infantry Band Bass Drummer. “The Corps has taught me much in the way of resiliency and staying true to oneself. Most importantly, it has taught me that to light another’s torch is to brighten the path forward for all. We must never allow anything or anyone to extinguish our light,” Matthew said of his time in the Corps. After graduation, Matthew plans to work as a geoscientist at NASA, with hopes of one day returning to school to continue his education at the graduate level.

Landon Perdue ’24

November 28, 2023 by rnelson

Hometown: Montgomery, Texas

Major: Public Health

Outfit: B-Company

Originally from B-Company, Landon Perdue ’24 presently serves as the Commanding Officer of the Infantry Band.

On the Quad, Landon is a member of the O.R. Simpson Honor Society, the General T.G. Darling Recruiting Company and the Corps Men’s Soccer Team.

Off the Quad, Landon is a member of the Texas A&M Pre-Dental Society.

“The Corps of Cadets is the only organization I know of that allows its members to practice the art of leadership every single day. Through experiences with my buddies, other members of this Corps and the staff at the Hollingsworth Center for Ethical Leadership, I have developed a deeper understanding of human interaction and what it means to be a leader in our ever-changing world. As I prepare to move forward, beyond my undergraduate studies, I am confident that the skills and values I have gained over the last four years will serve to fuel my future and provide direction for my career,” Landon said of his time in the Corps.

After graduation, Landon plans to continue his education in dental school. Upon completion of dental school, Landon hopes to serve as a dentist in one of the service branches.

Nate Rossi ’22

March 2, 2022 by rnelson

Hometown: Sealy, Texas

Major: Natural Resources & Rangeland Management

Outfit: B-Company

Nate Rossi ‘22 is currently the B-Company Commanding Officer in the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band.

On the Quad, Nate has previously served as the Infantry Band Bass Drummer and the First Sergeant of B-Company.

Off the Quad, Nate is an active member of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church. In his free time, Nate enjoys playing the guitar and exploring the outdoors.

“Throughout my Corps career, I have realized my passion is to pass on intangible lessons to others so that they become a leader in their own unique way,” Nate said of his time in the Corps.

Upon graduating from Texas A&M, Nate plans to work in the environmental research field or for the state of Texas.

Jacob Abell ‘22

November 10, 2021 by rnelson

Hometown: Keller, Texas

Major: Biomedical Sciences with a minor in Spanish

Outfit: B-Company

Jacob Abell ‘22 is the 2021-2022 Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band Commander. Prior to becoming the Band Commander, Jacob followed in his father’s footsteps as a member of B-Company. Jacob is a member of the Ross Volunteer Company, the O.R. Simpson Honor Society, the Premed Society, and the Corps Marathon Team. His freshman year, Jacob was a proud member of the Fish Drill Team (FDT). During his time on FDT, Jacob played a role in the team’s success as they were named the National Champions at the Tulane drill competition in 2019.

Jacob has been accepted into Texas A&M’s Medical School through the Cadet to Medicine Program. Upon his graduation from Texas A&M, Jacob plans to attend Texas A&M’s Medical School and complete his military residency. After completing medical school, Jacob plans to serve as an orthopedic surgeon in the United States Army.